In this article, we’ll show you how to adopt a champion’s approach to losing that will allow you to stand out from the crowd.

Like most people, a lot of basketball players are looking for that one thing that will create an impact for themselves and their team right away. Let’s take a look at five things that any player can do immediately to improve:

So often, players hold the ball, look for their own shot, or throw a pass only when they are in trouble. Next time you’re on the court, think about the way you play and what it says to your teammates.

In losing Steve Jobs, as an entire society, culture, and world, we’ve so lost much more than simply someone that has brought us gadgets and devices that have made our lives easier and more enjoyable.

If you are trying to be the best player you can be… to maximize your potential and play at the highest level possible… you can’t be too cool, too good, or too shy. You need to find a cure for the ‘disease of me.’

We often hear “TOUGHNESS” thrown around lightly, or players and coaches celebrating things that usually don’t deserve as much attention as these “TOUGH” details.

Although originally composed for football players, these 11 Commandments of Character are applicable to basketball, and all sports.

From The 21 Indispensable Qualities of a Leader: Becoming the Person Others Will Want to Follow – When it comes to commitment, there are really only four types of people. Which are you?

Dick DeVenzio, a legendary, inspiring mind in basketball, shares his thoughts about leadership with coaches and players on and off the basketball court in his book, Runnin’ The Show. Here’s just one of his wonderful notions. Motivate yourself, your team and/or your teammates to be the best, ALWAYS…

Many might say that what you achieve (or how you do) during the actual season may dictate what you will do at the next level, but we’ll argue that what a student-athlete does during her off-season is the key to her success.

If you want to be successful at anything in life, it is important you have a certain level of confidence. You must have confidence in yourself, in your ability, and your preparation.

Coach Eastman is highly regarded for player development at all levels, and his knowledge is invaluable for anyone that wants to be a great player. Check out his list of characteristics that great players possess.

We often try to describe what it means to be successful (often unsuccessfully) to young people, when very often, we are unsure of its definition as well. Here are some great definitions of success by some people that have had their share…

Steve Nash is often considered one of the elite Point Guards in the NBA. He’s won a couple of MVP’s, and in a league filled with amazing athletes, that’s quite an accomplishment for someone that’s not as big nor as athletic as other players.